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12 April – ‘Thinking like an island’ at Photobook Cafe, London

Overlapse at Photobook Cafe for presentation of Thinking like an Island

Following on from the release of our latest photobook, Thinking like an Island, the Bologna-based photographers Camilla Marrese and Gabriele Chiapparini are visiting the UK for a short time, which means we need to celebrate with our community of photobook lovers – gathering for a presentation and social event.

Please join us on Saturday, 12 April 2025 to meet the artists and hear about the making of their work. Overlapse designer/publisher Tiffany Jones will be in conversation with the duo, and we look forward to sharing discussion with you at the Photobook Cafe in Shoreditch. It’s free and all are welcome!

SATURDAY 12 APRIL 2025 – TALK at 5.30pm – Event to 8pm
Photobook Cafe (Lower gallery)
4 Leonard Circus, Shoreditch EC2A 4DQ

During their visit, you can also catch Camilla & Gabriele in a presentation at the Italian Cultural Institute in London:

Photoworks X Premio Luigi Ghirri
Artist talk: Alessandro Truffa, Camilla Marrese and Gabriele Chiapparini
FRIDAY 11 APRIL at ICI London
39 Belgrave Square, London, SW1X 8NX
RSVP

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Libraries! Hooray for libraries! Finding Overlapse books near you

Overlapse at The British Library

Hi Everyone, over the last couple weeks we’ve been updating the list of public libraries and institutions where you can find Overlapse titles. Including all of our photobooks, along with rare first and special editions, more than 125 individual libraries hold our books! From major gallery collections such as MoMA and Tate Modern, to countless university libraries across America, the UK and Europe, the list of places you can find our books is always growing.

Overlapse at The British Library

This means that whether you’re looking for our latest title such as Thinking Like an Island or a particular edition, you’ll be able to check our comprehensive list and hopefully find it near you. We’re serious about making our books accessible to as many people as possible, so we’re committed to getting our books into libraries far and wide.

Overlapse at The British Library

Currently you’ll find which libraries hold a specific title you’re looking for under the ‘Special Notes’ tab for each book. In the next couple months we’ll provide an easier and more accessible list through this website, but for now have a quick search for Overlapse at worldcat.org for international catalogue details.

Overlapse at The British Library

Images are from a recent visit to The British Library in London

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So Long, 2024!

So long, 2024, it was an amazing year for Overlapse filled with brilliant conversations and vivid memories of meeting terrific people across several engaging book fairs and festivals.

In wrapping up, we’re incredibly proud and grateful to see our latest title Thinking like an Island feature in some best books of the year lists, selected by the following:

– David O’Mara: Selected books of the year – “This book is something special and is sure to be at the top of the ‘books of the year’ lists. I’ve said it a few times but the best photobooks are those that become a collaboration between the artists, designer and publisher.”

– Giuseppe Oliverio for Lensculture: Favorite Photobooks 2024 – “Italian duo Gabriele Chiapparini and Camilla Marrese invite us to look at an island as a complex geographical and sociological ecosystem. A conceptual journey that unfolds into infinite possibilities thanks to the sensible and bold book design of Tiffany Jones.”

– Elin Spring and Suzanne Révy of What Will You Remember?: Favorite Photo Books 2024 – “A sculptural and interactive compact album of four books takes readers on a journey to an isolated island in the Mediterranean Sea… interchangeable sequences impart an enticing sense of a paradise lost and found.”

– Andrea Copetti of Tipi Bookshop: Our favorites: why you should absolutely discover them – “An inspiring reflection on the island ecosystem and the need for harmony between man and nature, essential for our future.”

– Viory Schellekens: My Favourite Books of 2024, Books as Objects, described as – “impressive, impactful books that hopefully left an imprint.”

– Ola Søndenå, of the Department of Special Collections at University of Bergen Library, shared his Top twenty Photobooks from 2024

– Yukihito Kono for IACK Japan: Favorite Books list

– Mireia Alises of Photo Art Books: 25 recommended photobooks of 2024 – “One of the things that has drawn us most to this book is its unconventional design and structure.”

It’s an honour to see our collaborations have meaning for people who encounter our books and return to them again and again 🙂

Taking part in the following book fairs and festivals was a true delight, too! Thank you, those who came along to meet us at:

FotoFest, Houston
New York Art Book Fair, NYC
Contact Photo Festival, Toronto
Inventory Art Book Fair, London
A Bigger Book Fair, Peckham London
ICP Photobook Fest, NYC
BOP, Bristol
Unseen, Amsterdam
Polycopies, Paris
ArtsLibris, Barcelona

We appreciate all the support and enthusiasm you showed us through the whirlwind that was 2024! And we’re keen for you to see all we have planned for 2025… New titles are in the works, so keep your eyes peeled for upcoming book releases and events. We wish you a peaceful and creative year ahead, filled with inspiring discoveries <3

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Meet Overlapse in Amsterdam at Unseen Book Market

Unseen Amsterdam 2024

We are happy to be rejoin the Unseen Book Market this year – after 5 years away! – at Westergas in Amsterdam. With around 60 publishers and booksellers taking part, there will be talks, presentations, signings and book launches. Have a browse at the programme here. The Book Market is located in the outside pavilion of the Unseen Photo Fair, and i’ts FREE for all to enter!

Location:
Westergas Amsterdam
Klönneplein 1

Preview:
Thursday 19 September 14.00 – 17.00 Private, invitees only

Opening:
Thursday 19 September 17.00 – 22.00 Private, invitees only

Public opening days:
Friday 20 September 11.00 – 21.00
Saturday 21 September 11.00 – 19.00
Sunday 22 September 11.00 – 19.00

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Stir the Pot – London Launch at A Bigger Book Fair

Overlapse at A Bigger Book Fair at Peckham 24

This year Overlapse joins more than 60 independent publishers and artist self-publishers at A Bigger Book Fair, part of the 2024 edition of Peckham 24.

Join us on Friday, 17th May from 6-10pm for the London launch of our latest publication STIR THE POT! Featuring the work of 99 artists from around the world, assembling visual responses to a broad mix of feelings experienced during a period of societal instability and unrest.

Peckham 24 runs 17-19 May 2024 at Copeland Gallery, London SE15 3SN

FRI 17th MAY – Opening night from 6-10pm – *STIR THE POT LAUNCH*
SAT 18th MAY – 11am-6pm
SUN 19th MAY – 11am-6pm

We’re keen to meet you there! 🙂

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Overlapse at Printed Matter’s New York Art Book Fair

Overlapse at NYABF 2024

Overlapse is thrilled to be returning to the New York Art Book Fair from April 25-28th, celebrating the power of independent arts publishing! It’s a brilliant opportunity to connect in person with you, our lovely audience, and so many other inspiring publishers. If you’re in the city you won’t want to miss it – please join us at stand F5! We will have first copies of STIR THE POT fresh off press to share with you, launching during the fair opening on Thursday the 25th from 7pm.

Venue: 548 W. 22nd St, New York, NY 10011

Opening Hours:
Thu, April 25 – 6–9pm – Opening Night – $30 entry
Fri, April 26 – 11am–1pm Preview (invitation required) 1–7pm
Sat, April 27 – 11am–7pm / 12–6pm Block Party
Sun, April 28 – 11am–1pm (Mask required) / 1–5pm FREE ENTRY